AT LEAST FIVE DEAD AS TORNADOES HIT EAST TEXAS

  

Emergency crews continue rescue and recovery efforts after at least three tornadoes slammed several small towns in East Texas on Saturday.

Authorities believe at many as five people are dead and dozens more are injured.

The National Weather Service says at least four tornadoes struck Caney City, Eustace, and Canton- towns which are about 50 miles east of Dallas.

Damage has also been reported near Emory, Texas.

On Sunday, Govenor Greg Abbott said more than 5,000 buildings were impacted by the tornadoes.

Texas Task Force 2 has been sent to assist in Canton and Van Zandt, County. Dallas Fire-Rescue sent 32 members and four dogs to help with the rescue.

Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team has traveled to the area to help with the 12 rescue dogs working the areas and to assist in helping animals who are hurt or stranded.